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This overshoe is part of a pair that was made for astronaut training purposes prior to the Apollo lunar missions.

The International Latex Corporation made the boots which were part of Cernan's extra-vehicular (EV) equipment. The EV boots were worn over the boots that were integrated into the spacesuit and which included the pressure bladder and thermal coverings. The boots were made with a silicone sole, woven stainless steel uppers (Chromel-R), and included additional layers of thermal protection and beta felt in the soles as protection against extreme temperatures and sharp rocks on the lunar surface.

Transferred from NASA - Johnson Space Center in 1975

Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.

Object Details

Country of Origin

United States of America

Type

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Footwear

Manufacturer

General Electric Co.
ILC Industries Inc.

Dimensions

Clothing: 33 x 17.8 x 19.7cm (13 in. x 7 in. x 7 3/4 in.)

Materials

Exterior: Beta cloth, Chromel-R, Velcro, silicone rubber/compound, steel
Interior: Beta cloth

Inventory Number

A20010292000

Credit Line

Found in collection. Donor unknown at this time. Found on NASM premises.

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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